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Kevin Devine Obituary
On June 6, 1955, he was born in New London, the son of Marguerite (Campbell) Devine of Lakeland, Fla., and the late Julian J. Devine.
Kevin grew up in Waterford with his three sisters and graduated from St. Bernard High School in Uncasville in 1973. He attended Thames Valley Technical College studying industrial management.
He married Susan (Baciewski) Devine on April 2, 1977, at Sacred Heart Church in Taftville.
Kevin joined Electric Boat in 1976, becoming the youngest foreman of nuclear steel trades in the Groton shipyard at 20 years of age. He progressed throughout the shipyard holding foreman level responsibilities and advancing to steel trades general foreman in 1983. Kevin held the position of launch manager of two trident class submarines, the SSBN Kentucky and the SSBN Maryland. In 1988, Kevin was promoted to ship's manager and had overseen all construction and delivery of the 688 class submarines, the SSN Sante Fe and the SSN Columbia. In 2004, he became the Seawolf Program Manager and in January 2005, Director of Ships Management. Kevin was named Vice President of Submarine Maintenance and Modernization in November 2005. He loved his job, saying it is an honor and a privilege to work with the men and women who build the best.
His love of sports brought Kevin to coach in the Norwich Youth Football League for 11 years and served as the President of the Southern New England Youth Football Conference for five years. He loved coaching and especially enjoyed being able to coach both of his sons in the little league and youth football, never missing a practice or a game. Within his last year of coaching, he derived great pleasure and satisfaction coaching the 2002 Senior Wildcat football team to a league championship.
He enjoyed attending sporting events of his favorite teams; the New England Patriots, New York Yankees and UCONN Football.
Kevin and his wife enjoyed cruising in the Caribbean and vacationing in Hilton Head, S.C.
In addition to his wife Susan, he leaves two sons, Matthew L. Devine of Jewett City and Kyle R. Devine and wife, Sheena, of Norwich; mother, Marguerite Devine of Lakeland, Fla.; sister, Maureen O'Brien and husband, J.R., of Natick, Mass., Kathleen Gerritt and husband, Ford, of Lakeland, Fla., Mimi McLaughlin and husband, Bill, of Dedham, Mass.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family, friends and co-workers are invited to join the family at a memorial service to celebrate his life. The service will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 1, 2009, at the Norwich Inn and Spa, 607 West Thames Street, Norwich.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of SECT, 227 Dunham Street, Norwich, CT 06360.
The Woyasz and Son Funeral Home are assisting the family with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Devine
Sponsored by His Loving Family.
Randall Goodling
December 4, 2009
To Katy and her family,
I can only hope that your brother was something like you.
My thoughts are with you and your entire family.
Randall K Goodling
Ed & Mary Steward
December 2, 2009
Mary and I offer our sincere condolences to the family. The service was a fine tribute to the boy we knew and the man he became. We will always treasure our memories of Kevin.
Tom Lyon
December 1, 2009
I worked with Kevin for nearly 20 years. He expected a lot from me and of himself. He led by example and taught me a lot. Here's my attempt at capturing how I feel:
Kevin loved football, his kids and his wife
Kevin loved shipbuilding, Kevin loved life
He never dressed fancy, always spoke his mind
He could be quite hard but more often kind
Kevin showed you can have fun and still lead
And always quite generous to others in need
I will remember his laugh and that look in his eye
When I said something wrong, and didn't know why
Kevin was a wiseman, with wit and charm
Always protecting his friends form all harm
When Kevin had passed he was not very old
It must be hard on a heart to be made of Gold
Bob (Bones) Brannon
November 30, 2009
Kevin was a mentor in many ways. The sparkle of humor in his eyes during even the most stressful times in our operations provided many of us with that extra ounce of leadership, making difficult tasks easy.
Fair winds and following seas old friend.
May GOD hold you in the palm of his hand.
Keith and Maggie Burns
November 28, 2009
Our deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers for the Devine family in this most difficult time.
Bruce & Joyce Hart
November 28, 2009
Sue, Matt and Kyle,
Our prayers and thought are with you during this time of loss. The community and Electric Boat have lost a leader and friend. In time, we will find comfort that we have a true friend in heaven who will continue to guide and mentor us forever.
Shelby Smith
November 27, 2009
Sue, Matt, and Kyle
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the love of others carry you through this difficult time.
Love Shelby--WWBH
Ken Haner
November 27, 2009
To Susan, the boys and the entire Devine family, on behalf of all of the members of the Southern New England Youth Football Conference, our condolences on Kevin's passing.
I Remember a man who wanted to get to the point;
I Remember a coach who commanded the sidelines with a towel around his neck;
I Remember a leader who gave years of his life to promote youth football;
I Remember a President who suffered no fools;
I Remember a giant among men who was focused on the children;
I Remember a mediator who's greatest tool was a single word..."PEACE";
But most of all, I Remember a friend whom I could spar with, kibitz with, and depend upon regardless of the subject or situation.
I am saddened by his passing, but forever thankful for the time that I knew Kevin.
Peace - - I know he now has it; may his family and friends also find its comfort in the days that lie ahead.
Patricia Bertrand
November 27, 2009
Sue, Matt, and Kyle,
I only knew Kevin for a short time but I really liked him. I have been praying for him and for all of you during his illness. My prayer continue. I pray that God will wrap His love around all of you during this difficult time. May you be comforted by family and friends as well as wonderful memories of your time w/Kevin.
God Bless You,
Pat Bertrand
November 27, 2009
I got to know Kevin when we were students at SBHS. He was a wonderful, caring, gentle soul.
My condolences, and prayers to your whole family. He touched many lifes, he will be remembered fondly.
Debbie Boiselle Butler
Class of 1973
Martha Harvey
November 26, 2009
Having been friends with Kevin's sister Katy for nearly 40 years, I have been fortunate enough to have been included in the love and warmth that the whole Devine family shares with everyone around them. May your many happy memories with Kevin sustain you in your time of loss. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Kerry Morth
November 26, 2009
Kevin was a good friend and one of the "gentle giants" that walks among us. He gave back a lot to his community and we are all fortunate that he was a part of our lives. My thoughts are with Sue, Matt, Kyle and the Devine family.
Larry & Carol
November 25, 2009
Sue, Matt, Kyle,
We will cherish always the memories of all our good times we had together with our friend “Bubba”. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie Fenner
November 25, 2009
Sue, Matt & Kyle,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dawnia Lumadue-Parisek
November 24, 2009
Dear Kathy and Family,
We were classmates at W.H.S. and my husband had the great pleasure of working with you brother, most recently in Washington State for Electric Boat. My God Bless you and your family and may it help you to know that Keven is no longer in pain.
Dawnia Lumadue-Parisek
The Kosinski Family
November 24, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joyce & Ron Ashe-Dafoe
November 24, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Edward Smuts
November 24, 2009
May God bless you all, in this time of sorrow. May the wonderful memories of the joyful times you spent together fill your hearts for eternity. I worked with Kevin when he was in Ship's Management. It was a real pleasure to have known him. He was a hard driving individual, who always had the total respect of all of us who worked with him. A true class act. Please accept my deepest
sympathies. May he rest in peace with God at his side.
Gino DeMaio
November 24, 2009
Sue, I am so sorry to hear about Kevin's passing. My thoughts are with you and the boys. Take good care and god bless!
Gary Singer
November 24, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Kevin's family. I worked with Kevin many years, he was a fair and understanding superior. He "Lumpy" will be sadly missed.
Ken Cote
November 24, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Kevin was my VP and I considered Kyle a good friend. I will keep you in my prayers.
Cathy Pruden
November 24, 2009
Sue, Kyle & Matt: May the love and support of friends and family carry you through this painful loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patty Furlong
November 24, 2009
EB has lost one of its greatest gifts. Kevin was an honest man, a devoted and loving husband and father who never tired talking about his family. Proud, soft-spoken, kind, gentle, and funny, yet a fighter to the end - we have lost a true gentleman who will be missed for years to come. What a class act. God Bless You.
Cheryl Stergio
November 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Devine family at this time of loss. I have had the privilege of knowing and working with Kevin throughout his career here at Electric Boat. I, as well as many others, will truly miss him.
Colleen Butler-McLaughlin
November 24, 2009
May our Lord bless you and keep you all in the hollow of his hand. May He grant you peace in the days ahead. Please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss of Kevin.
Colleen Butler-McLaughlin
SBHS class of 74
Kathy Calkins
November 24, 2009
Tony and I have enjoyed working with Kevin over the years. He was truly one of the best ship builders EB has ever produced. He was a mentor, a co-worker and a friend. He will be greatly missed.
Gayle Hibbard-Agostinoni
November 24, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I'll never forget our summer picnics when we were kids and the fun we had at Ocean Beach. Such warm memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know you have my deepest sympathies.
Duane Pierson
November 24, 2009
My sincerest condolences to your family. Kevin was a good man. It was an honor to know him.
Cousins Janet & Peter Wozny
November 24, 2009
My Dearest Susan, Matt and Kyle,
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this most difficult time in your life. Know that he is now at peace and with our Lord. He was a great man, husband and father,cherish all your wonderful memories for they will bring you peace. He will be truly missed by our family and his good friends.
We Love You...
Wally Smith
November 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
guy and carol d'andria
November 24, 2009
to the devine and baciewski family,our thoughts and prayers are with you.may you find comfort that kevins srength love and compassion lives on in sue, matt and kyle.a mans live isnot measured in the wealth he leaves behind but in his family and freinds that share his beliefs and family values.
Mike Keenan
November 24, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
~ The Staff of IMIA, LLC
Rick Geschrei
November 24, 2009
Kevin was my best friend and confidant at Electric Boat and we truly bonded over the years we spent together in the shipyard. Behind that tough exterior was a gentle and caring man who loved his family, both at home and at the shipyard. Having Kevin join the executive staff was a joy and a blessing very few of us will ever understand. I will miss him dearly.
Chris Greenwold
November 24, 2009
My family and I will be remembering with you.
Dave, Tricia & DJ Dittman
November 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Devine family at this time of loss. Kevin was a great friend who will be missed by all. Kevin touched many people from all walks of life and those who were fortunate enough to know him are aware of the impact he had on so many lives.
Al Ginglardi
November 24, 2009
I work with Kevin when he was ship's manager on the SSN 761 and it was a pleasure to have known him, he was one of the better ship's managers. May he RIP God Bless him and his family
Chuck Hayes
November 23, 2009
Kevin was the older brother I never had....We became teammates my sophmore year (1972) during spring football at St. Bernard. Later that year he moved to Quaker Hill and our friendship grew. He was always first up the hill for football practice & "Bubba" was a leader and helped push me to do my best and never quit. He was passionate about USC football and the Minnesota Vikings (Chuck Foreman)and we spent many hours in the offseason playing football on Sundays at Conn College, basketball at SBHS with Brother Cormac & softball with our friends at Montville HS....We shared many a ride to Mohegan CC & then to EB before I left to go to LA...My thoughts & prayers are with you Kevin & your family.....Fight On! Love & Mercy always--Rest in Peace my friend--your work is done. Your father has callled you home...
Linda & Dan Haggerty
November 23, 2009
Kevin was a dedicated and devoted youth football coach and leader. Kevin has touched countless youth in Norwich and in the Southern New England area. He truly inspired many youth and adults.
Our Heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with Kevin and his family.
Eugene Stirlen
November 23, 2009
I am sorry for alls loss. Kevin was truely one of the Old Time Shipbuilders. RIP.
Terrie Lihota-Massad
November 23, 2009
Mimi and family...I was so saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. May God hold him tight and give him the peace he so deserves.... For me the memories extend from St Bernards to now... I have had the honor and pleasure of knowing and working with Kevin all these years. He was a hard working, sincere, and down to earth man. He set such good examples and respected everyone around him. To know "Lumpy" was to love and respect him. He will truely be missed by all. Now May God Bless you and give you peace and strength in your time of need just as Kevin gave to all who needed him over the years.
Chris Brulotte
November 22, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bob Navin
November 22, 2009
Kevin was an old time Shipbuilder. We loved him, he was one of us. Now we can call him "Lumpy" again.
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